Molletes

Ingredients

• 8 ounces dried pinto beans
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1.5 teaspoons salt
• 16 slices white whole wheat bread
• 1 cup shredded queso blanco
• 0.33 cups chile-garlic sauce , such as Sriracha®

Instructions

1. 1

   Place beans in a saucepan and add enough water to cover them by 1 inch. Bring to a boil and remove from heat. Let stand for 1 hour.

2. 2

   Drain and rinse beans. Add enough fresh water to cover by 1 inch. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer for 2 hours. Drain, reserving 1/2 cup of the cooking water, and rinse.

3. 3

   Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add beans and salt. Fry until beans are very soft, stirring and mashing frequently, 5 to 7 minutes.

4. 4

   Set an oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source and preheat the oven's broiler on low heat.

5. 5

   Spread an equal amount of beans on each slice of bread and sprinkle queso on top. Place bread slices on a baking sheet.

6. 6

   Broil until beans are warmed and cheese is melted, about 3 minutes. Remove from oven and top with chile-garlic sauce.